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PlanningBoard | 2013-01-15 | 7 | President Zuppan called for motion to extend the meeting. Board member Knox White motioned to go until midnight. Vice President Burton seconded the motion. Motion carried, 4-0-1; Koster recused Laura DiDonato, resident, provided written comments and asked for this item to reconsider the property that is the former Island High School on Eagle Avenue. The Alameda Unified School District (AUSD) Board is meeting to talk about this specific property. Melanie Wartenberg, resident, previously provided written comment along with 60 signatures from neighbors. She asked that more green space and open space be considered to balance the neighborhood. She mentioned that she is a member of Project Leaf. Karen Bey, resident, expressed thanks to the Board and staff. She suggested the purpose statement to include "promote historic tourism', and to also include it in the vision statement. She asked the Board to consider the West End's Neptune Beach District. She asked if there were funds for park streetscape on this project. President Zuppan closed the public comment period. Mr. Thomas reported there are no funds for public streetscape, or park space. There is no scenario where the city purchases the property on Eagle Avenue. The only comment he has heard is the Housing Authority might have the funds to purchase the site. He reiterated that it is AUSD's property. Board Member Henneberry mentioned the railroad property along Tilden Way and questioned whether the City can acquire it as imminent domain. Mr. Thomas stated that imminent domain properties still have to be purchased. Board member Knox White had one comment regarding parking stating that reciprocal parking should be a default. President Zuppan asked for clarification on reciprocal parking. Board Member Henneberry suggested that a change on the retail language to be uniform and be incorporated city-wide. Vice President Burton pointed out a typo, and asked about clarification on industrial lighting, and asked for clarification of electrical language. He expressed thanks to staff and members, also to the community members for helping with the process. He stated that without the higher buildings there would be no mixed-use development. President Zuppan expressed appreciation to all members of the community for staying Approved Meeting Minutes Page 7 of 8 January 15, 2013 | PlanningBoard/2013-01-15.pdf |